Doom pop uber-lord Robert Smith is far cuddlier and more approachable than his stern image might suggest.

You’re making it sound like I’ve been really busy!” laughs Cure frontman Robert Smith. Our alloted time with the goth legend, primarily to discuss his involvement in the beguiling John Martyn tribute album, has meandered into his many recent activities: collaborations with Crystal Castles, The Japanese Popstars, 65daysofstatic and a contribution to Tim Burton’s Alice In Wonderland soundtrack.

Cureheads rejoice!

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